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Page 1: ...URE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE 46103A 2022 08 17 FP10 LAFAYETTE II FP10R model Safety tested accor...

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Page 3: ...fireplace and the chimney that it is connected to It is also highly recommended to inform your home insurance company Please read this entire manual before installing and using this fireplace A primar...

Page 4: ...ating the Fireplace 18 4 1 Using a Fire Screen 18 4 2 Blower Operation 18 5 Burning Wood Efficiently 19 5 1 First Use 19 5 2 Lighting Fires 19 5 3 Combustion Cycles 21 5 4 Rekindling a Fire 22 5 5 Rem...

Page 5: ...Overlay Installation 51 Appendix 2 Faceplate and Louvers Installation 52 Appendix 3 Optional Fresh Air Intake Installation 53 Appendix 4 Optional Traditional Gravity Hot Air Distribution Kit Installat...

Page 6: ...Page 6 Installation and Operation Manual FP10 Lafayette II ENGLISH CERTIFICATION PLATE...

Page 7: ...l firewood This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repairs for the proper operation It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instruc...

Page 8: ...manufacturer as its capacity to maintain a minimum acceptable temperature in the designated area in case of a power failure 2 The overall firebox calculation is an approximation and is not intended to...

Page 9: ...ULC S610 12 North south ends of the logs visible East west sides of the logs visible 13 Mobile homes Canada or manufactured homes USA The US Department of Housing and Urban Development describes manuf...

Page 10: ...H 2 3 Dimensions 18 3 8 467mm O 6 150mm 8 1 8 206mm 13 3 8 341mm 9 1 8 231mm G G 28 5 8 727mm Figure 1 Top view 24 3 8 619mm 12 5 8 321mm 10 1 2 268mm 25 3 8 645mm Figure 2 Front view Figure 3 Front v...

Page 11: ...ctrical inlet F 40 5 8 1032mm 15 3 4 401mm 16 5 8 422mm 37 1 4 945mm 28 3 8 722mm 2 1 2 64mm A F 23 7 8 607mm 4 7 8 125mm Figure 4 Left side view Figure 5 Right side view 12 1 4 310mm 4 1 2 116mm A 36...

Page 12: ...l FP10 Lafayette II ENGLISH 17 1 2 446mm 20 3 8 516mm 18 7 8 479mm 9 229mm Figure 7 Combustion chamber Top view 1 2 13mm MIN 1 25mm MAX 12 1 8 307mm 12 7 8 328mm Figure 8 Left view Faceplate projectio...

Page 13: ...evel the coal bed and put 5 logs in the firebox Place 2 small pieces about 3 x 3 in the bottom in a reverse V shape then put two medium size pieces about 4 x4 in an East West orientation in the back o...

Page 14: ...cals It is made of natural raw materials such as sand and quartz that are combined in such a way to form a high temperature glass Ceramic glass cannot be recycled in the same way as normal glass so it...

Page 15: ...ures of this fireplace can only work properly if the fuel used is in the correct moisture content range of 15 to 20 Refer to the following section of suggestions on preparing fuelwood and judging its...

Page 16: ...of hardwood 3 2 Log Length Logs should be cut at least 1 25 mm shorter than the firebox so they fit in easily Pieces that are even slightly too long makes loading the fireplace very difficult The mos...

Page 17: ...mer weather than in winter weather Split pieces dry more quickly than unsplit rounds Softwoods like pine spruce poplar and aspen take less time to dry than hardwoods They can be dry enough to burn aft...

Page 18: ...nction is to increase airflow around the fireplace air jacket and improve hot air circulation in the room When used regularly the blower can provide a small increase in efficiency up to 2 However the...

Page 19: ...ay to light fires Regardless of the method chosen the goal should be to have a hot fire burning quickly A fire that ignites fast produces less smoke and deposits less creosote in the chimney 5 2 1 EPA...

Page 20: ...at right angles and place a dozen finely split kindling on the second row It is possible to use ragged paper but it may not hold in place since it tends to roll while it is burning The best is to wrap...

Page 21: ...ns best in cycles A cycle starts when a new load of wood is ignited by hot coals and ends when that load has been consumed down to a bed of charcoal about the same size as it was when the wood was loa...

Page 22: ...is pleasant when the room temperature is cool but can be unpleasant when the room is already warm Therefore it is best to let each load of wood burn completely so that the room cools down before putt...

Page 23: ...eat output to the desired temperature in the house A house will need far less heating in October than in January to maintain a comfortable temperature Filling the firebox full in fall weather will ove...

Page 24: ...e of the space to be heated the climate zone where the house is and the time of the year The table below gives an approximate maximum burn cycle times based on firebox volume Table 1 Approximate Maxim...

Page 25: ...int 6 2 Refractory Material and Baffle The intense heat of the fire can cause slight cracks in the refractory panels It is possible to minimize the appearance of these cracks by hardening the panels a...

Page 26: ...ce The replacement glass must have a gasket all around 5 Reinstall the glass being careful to centre the glass in the door and not to over tightening the retaining screw The two main causes of broken...

Page 27: ...the paper slips out easily anywhere either adjust the door or replace the gasket At the end of each heating season it is recommended to add a high temperature graphite paste on the threads of the door...

Page 28: ...n to adjust the doors Tighten the set screws on the door hinges when they are in the desired positions Doors position with more space Doors position with less space Doors tilt up Doors tilt down Top p...

Page 29: ...osote vapors condense in the relatively cooler chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire Th...

Page 30: ...possible danger 3 If you require assistance alert the fire department 4 If possible use a dry chemical fire extinguisher baking soda or sand to control the fire Do not use water as it may cause a dang...

Page 31: ...ace must always be used with the original andirons Do not use a fireplace insert and other products not specified for use with this fireplace Do not install in a mobile home Canada or manufactured hom...

Page 32: ...best location for the fireplace should consider the location of windows doors and circulation in the room There must be enough space in front of the fireplace for the hearth extension and mantel and o...

Page 33: ...le depth 3 76 mm Mantle minimum distance 8 203 mm measured from the door opening Side wall distance 13 330 mm measured from the door opening Minimum distance to the wall in front of the fireplace 48 1...

Page 34: ...uld be installed as follows The headers must be 2 x 3 5 cm x 8 cm or 2 x 4 5 cm x 10 cm Do not put wood or other material in the area above the fireplace Install only the cripple studs needed to suppo...

Page 35: ...ickness must be added to the following measurements A Fresh air intake duct16 Fresh air intake can be installed on the right or underneath B Distance between framing and side fireplace standoff 12 305...

Page 36: ...4 3 8 365mm Framing configuration should be used as a reference only If a finishing material is installed inside the enclosure its thickness must be added to the following measurements Theses values a...

Page 37: ...t be protected over the entire width of the floor protection by a folded and continuous metal sheet D min 2 51 mm not supplied A clearance of 80 2 03 m between the base of the fireplace and the ceilin...

Page 38: ...must be respected 8 6 4 Floor Protection OPTION INSTALLATION TYPE R FACTOR REQUIRED A B C 1 On floor level Yes 1 00 16 406 mm 41 1054 mm 8 203 mm 2 Raised base of 4 or less Yes 1 00 16 406 mm 41 1054...

Page 39: ...Marble 14 3 20 00 0 07 0 05 Ceramic tile 12 5 0 008 Concrete 1 050 0 950 Mineral wool insulation 0 320 3 120 Limestone 6 5 0 153 Ceramic board Fibremax 0 450 2 2 Horizontal still air 3 mm thick 0 135...

Page 40: ...6 152 mm C can be installed at least 58 1 47 m B from the base of the fireplace Different shelf sizes are listed in the following table POSITIONING AND DEPTH OF THE THE SHELF B C 58 1 47 m 6 152 mm 60...

Page 41: ...ly and efficiently as intended if it is not connected to a suitable chimney The heat in the flue gases that pass from the fireplace into the chimney is not waste heat This heat is what the chimney use...

Page 42: ...ollowing installation instructions To ensure a safe installation please refer to it Some non illustrated parts may be required 9 3 1 General Advices This wood burning fireplace has optimum performance...

Page 43: ...and can lead to draft problems If the chimney extends higher than 5 ft 1 5 m above its point of contact with the roof it must be secured using a roof brace A rain cap must be installed on top of the c...

Page 44: ...minations must be separated by at least 16 410 mm horizontally and 18 460 mm vertically This separation is to prevent smoke migrating from one chimney to another CHIMNEY 12 305mm MIN ABOVE FLASHING FL...

Page 45: ...een the chimney and any combustible materials Do not fill this 2 space with insulation or any other combustible material In all cases the chimney must start with a 6 diameter anchor plate attached to...

Page 46: ...the chimney will pass In the attic install an attic radiation shield from above D 3 Install an anchor plate A and a first chimney section on the fireplace Install the number of chimney sections neede...

Page 47: ...owing the instructions of the ceiling supported installation Table 3 Minimum system height when using elbows Chimney model See Table 4 Vertical Installation 15 ft 4 6 m Two 2 elbows 15 ft 4 6 m Four 4...

Page 48: ...r s instructions to connect the extended liner section to the special chimney connector The liner must extend at least 12 30 cm above the masonry chimney 9 4 Angled Wall Pass Thru Installation When pa...

Page 49: ...ympia Chimney Champion Chimney System 1 Solid Pack 6 15 cm Olympia Chimney Rockford Chimney Systems 1 Solid Pack 6 15 cm Selkirk CF Sentinel CF 2 Solid Pack 6 15 cm Selkirk Super Pro 2100 ALT 2 Solid...

Page 50: ...eld unless chimney is enclosed at the attic level 2 Solid Pack S 2100 DuraVent Ventilated roof flashing 1 Solid Pack Dura Tech Dura Tech Canada DTC 2 Solid Pack Dura Tech Premium American Metal Chimne...

Page 51: ...1 DOOR OVERLAY INSTALLATION Position the overlay R on the door frame and secure using the bolts S To facilitate the installation do not tighten the nuts until they are all installed Note It is not nec...

Page 52: ...ALLATION A faceplate must be installed on this fireplace Five choices of louvers are offered See the faceplate installation manual for more details Figure 10 Classic style louvers Figure 11 Arabesque...

Page 53: ...installed above or below the floor level The air intake should be installed high enough not to be obstructed by snow It should be protected from the wind away from automobile exhaust a gas meter or ot...

Page 54: ...nstall the adapter included in the fireplace 2 and align the notch of the adapter T with the one on the fireplace Turn the adapter clockwise T 1 2 Figure 15 Fresh air intake on the right side Figure 1...

Page 55: ...t Secure the plastic with aluminum tape 5 To complete the installation make a hole of to 6 mm to 13 mm bigger than the duct diameter on the outside wall of the house at the chosen location From outsid...

Page 56: ...o elbows C 6 steel brackets D with fastening screws E and self tapping screws F Parts not included in the kit 8 rigid ducting G 26 ga galvanized steel Dimensions of hot air outlet frame with elbow Dim...

Page 57: ...air outlets can be installed in the same room as the fireplace or both can be installed in adjacent rooms or upstairs If the outputs are installed at different heights the higher output will draw more...

Page 58: ...that close the 8 20 cm diameter holes on top of the fireplace Then cut and remove the insulation and the other set of knockouts inside the fireplace B Screw the 6 steel brackets D with 6 screws E onto...

Page 59: ...self drilling screws 3 per elbow Insert the frames B into the elbow outlets C Press the frame on the back of the non combustible wall and screw it in place Screw the frame B to the outlet of the elbo...

Page 60: ...me B Heat distribution box C Telescoping section D Anchor plates E All screws are included Not included in the kit 8 rigid ducting 26 ga galvanized steel if necessary according to the desired height D...

Page 61: ...rative plate Dimensions of assembled heat distribution box and adjustable decorative plate Dimensions of telescoping section 5 3 8 138mm 7 1 8 181mm 32 814mm 34 1 8 867mm 2 52mm 3 76mm 0 0mm MIN 12 1...

Page 62: ...stairs When forced air kit is installed in conjunction with a gravity kit the forced air device will draw some of the air from the gravity kit ducting therefore reducing its efficiency Clearances Ther...

Page 63: ...ose the 8 20 cm diameter holes on top of the fireplace Then cut and remove the insulation and the other set of knockouts inside the fireplace B Secure the 2 anchor plates E with 8 screws provided F on...

Page 64: ...telescoping section Determine the needed height and secure the two parts of the telescoping sections together with 3 self tapping screws Insert the adjustable frame B in the heat distribution box C p...

Page 65: ...andard states that it is necessary to perform certification testing with any ventilation that is likely to alter the units performance For this reason SBI has tested the effects of the forced air kit...

Page 66: ...or more details refer to the installation manual supplied with the fire screen Warning Never leave the fireplace unattended while in use with the firescreen 1 Open the door 2 Hold the firescreen and b...

Page 67: ...S REPLACEMENT 1 Using a ratchet and a Torx T 30 bit unscrew the two screws V holding the andiron U 2 Remove the floor refractory panel W T 30 U V W 3 Using a power driver remove the refractory panels...

Page 68: ...the rear left channel 2 Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the key of the left air channel hole Using a Wise grip hold the tube and lock it in place by turning the tube as shown Make sur...

Page 69: ...e blower replacement it is recommended to remove the faceplate first Refer to the faceplate installation manual for more details 1 Remove the air control decorative panel J by removing the screws K 2...

Page 70: ...n Connect the wires from the power outlet to the terminal block making sure that the white wire matches the white wire on the terminal Connect the black wire with the black wire of the terminal block...

Page 71: ...RAM AND PARTS LIST C DETAIL C B DETAIL B D DETAIL D E DETAIL E F DETAIL F 31 32 33 35 36 34 66 70 37 38 39 40 41 43 42 44 45 46 48 47 51 50 52 65 64 56 55 61 62 60 58 59 57 3 1 63 23 24 22 16 18 17 19...

Page 72: ...ET 1 12 PL72300 DOOR HANDLE STOPPER 1 13 30355 MECHANICAL SCREW 10 24 x PAN SQUARE ZINC 3 14 SE72301 FP10R FIREPLACE REPLACEMENT GLASS 1 15 AC06400 3 4 FLAT X 6 BLACK SELF ADHESIVE GLASS GASKET 1 16 P...

Page 73: ...6 HINGE PIN 2 54 30117 SOCKET SET SCREW 10 32 X 1 4 2 55 60204B TERMINAL BLOCK END SECTION 1 56 60204A TERMINAL 3 8 SECTION 2 57 44028 CERAMIC THERMODISC F110 20F 1 58 44084 RHEOSTAT WITHOUT NUT AND F...

Page 74: ...ed rate schedule and must not exceed the wholesale price of the replacement part All parts and labour costs covered by this warranty are limited according to the table below The manufacturer at its di...

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Page 78: ...tional com This document is available for free download on the manufacturer s website It is a copyrighted document Resale is strictly prohibited The manufacturer may update this document from time to...

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